The problem with so much stimulation is it raises the body's stress response, Chemicals like cortisol release to help prepare you to react. But much of what we face is not something that needs a reaction in the way that cortisol is meant to be used.

Here are some tips for getting your stress response under control:

look at how much time you spend on social media

replace some of your social media time with quiet or a physical activity

As you can see, there are many ways and habits that can make a busy life more relaxed and less stressful. As you look at this list, you may see some areas that can use a tune-up in your life. Give them a try. Avoiding chronic unmanaged stress can keep you healthier and out of the doctor's office and will make you a much happier person at the end of the day.